Digath - Shimla ( Rural ), Shimla
Digath is a village situated in the Shimla ( Rural ) tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from Shimla. Patgehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Digath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Digath is 024793. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.51 hectares and falls under the 171001 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Digath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Digath
According to the 2011 Census, Digath village had a total population of 138 people, including 82 males and 56 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 683 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.60%, with male literacy at 89.04% and female literacy at 71.15%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 138 | 82 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 65 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 17 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Digath
Digath is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Digath
Digath is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Digath is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Digath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Digath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Digath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Digath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Digath
Where is Digath located?
Digath village is located in Shimla ( Rural ) Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Digath?
The Gram Panchayat of Digath is Patgehar.
What is the pincode of Digath?
The pincode of Digath is 171001.
What is the population of Digath?
Digath had a total population of 138, including 82 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Digath?
Digath had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Digath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Digath was 81.60%. Male literacy was 89.04% and female literacy was 71.15%.